Dr Ruth Nankabirwa Ssentamu, the Minister of Energy and Mineral Development said that Karuma represents a major milestone in our national energy strategy and will significantly boost power generation capacity, enhance energy security, and support sustainable development
The program has positively impacted the lives of the communities with high success visibly seen from the local farmers engaged in agricultural activities, especially crop production.
Mary Namer, one of the beneficiaries from Kidepo village in Lotisan sub-county said that she received the Parish Development Model money and used it for opening up her farmland and buying seeds.
Yusuf Nsubuga, the General Secretary of Mbale Central Market, urged the newly elected members to prioritize collective market development over personal interests. He expressed the significance of these elections, stating that the new leaders will ensure the smooth running of the market.